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Downtown Palo Alto Gem! Cute, Spotless Guest House
We invite you to stay in our private, remodeled guest house. It's an easy walk to the restaurants and shops on University Avenue, in a safe and sought-after neighborhood in Downtown Palo Alto. The guest house was recently renovated and has a gorgeous bay window, air conditioning, two skylights, and a spa-like bathroom. We pride ourselves in keeping it absolutely spotless. The studio cottage is 200 square feet. It’s perfect for a single person but has a queen bed, so can accommodate a couple

Mt Carmel Cottage Charmer-Bright, Stylish & Clean
Beautifully well-appointed cottage with a private entrance, designed for comfort, style, and privacy—ideal for couples, solo travelers, and business stays. The space is meticulously maintained to provide a clean, relaxing, and comfortable experience. Located within walking distance to Caltrain (0.9 miles) and downtown Redwood City (0.6 miles), offering access to boutiques, cafes, restaurants, parks, and a movie theater. Seamless access to Palo Alto, San Francisco and the greater Silicon Valley.

Rustic Cabin in the Redwoods
Tucked among the redwood trees on top of King's Mountain, this 1 bedroom cabin offers both rustic charm and modern luxury. Property owners live onsite in the main house about 30 feet away from the cabin. Located just 20 minutes off HWY 280, this cabin is the perfect weekend retreat for those looking to get away from the bay area without actually leaving. Spend time relaxing in the pool, hiking or biking one of the nearby trails, or just reading a book while sitting among the redwood trees.

Private Cottage near Redwood City and San Carlos Downtowns
Quiet, private two-level garden cottage ideal for business travelers and visiting family. Gig+ high-speed Wi-Fi, workspace, central AC & heat, king-size bed, private entry (24/7), 50” 4K TV, fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, and guest-exclusive washer and dryer. Bedroom, living area, kitchen, bathroom, and dining / work space. Shared garden with BBQ, teak table and hot tub. Walkable to transit, downtown areas, and a popular breakfast café. Some train and light traffic noise.

Charming Studio
Small private studio with queen bed with Tempur-pedic mattress. It features an extra-large storage drawer for essentials. portable closet, fully stocked kitchen, & bathroom, backyard, porch, free parking and high speed internet. The studio is ideal for business travelers. It's centrally located between SF and Silicon Valley. easy access to highways 280 and 101. Public transportion is within walking distance as well as downtown San Carlos and RWC. FYI: The yard is shared and three dogs.

Kings Mountain Studio Cabin
Enjoy a cozy STUDIO Cabin nestled in the Redwoods up on Kings Mountain. For those inclined toward an active lifestyle, we are close to Purisima Creek, Huddart Park, and the El Corte de Madera Hiking and Biking Trails. This space is perfect for two! (read more about the space)Note 20 minutes from Half Moon Bay with beautiful beaches and 30 min from Stanford in Palo Alto. We are adjacent to The Mountain House Restaurant. (note) The bed is a Murphy bed in the living area. NO PETS!

SkyHigh Redwoods Retreat with Bay Views
Inhale. Exhale. Relax in this cozy, romantic guesthouse retreat nestled in the redwoods of the Santa Cruz Mountains, overlooking the bay and conveniently located near the famous Alice’s Restaurant on Skyline Blvd in Woodside. The 1 acre gated property has ample parking and privacy. Snuggle in with the wood burning fireplace, prepare meals in the full size kitchen and take in the views of the majestic redwoods right outside the windows with bay views peeking through the trees.

Silicon Valley Oasis
Experience elegance and comfort in our spacious, 500 sq ft studio cottage, located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Newly built in a classic Craftsman style, it features wooden casement windows, a private garden with Adirondack chairs, and a fully-equipped kitchen with an Italian range. Enjoy a plush queen-sized bed, a cozy sectional for cinema-like experiences on a 65" TV with in-ceiling speakers, and lightning-fast Wi-Fi. Perfect for a luxurious and memorable stay.

Delightful Hideaway in San Carlos
Fully equipped executive studio in the heart of Silicon Valley. This studio is ideal for accommodating executives, visiting doctors and nurses and other professions that might require long term stays. Visitors will enjoy the warm family-friendly environment and delightful garden setting. It is also well-suited for those on vacation who delight in visiting the nearby cities, as well as those who have families close by and want to have their own private spot.

Treehouse w/ Canyon Views · King · Workspace · SFO
Wake up to canyon and oak-tree views from your private Belmont treehouse cottage—a quiet 2-bedroom guesthouse perched above the neighborhood with a deck, full kitchen, 360 Mbps wifi for remote work, and in-unit laundry. Self check-in via smart lock. ~15 min to SFO, 5 min to Belmont Caltrain. Great for Silicon Valley business trips, longer stays for relocators or remodels, and Bay Area event trips toward San Francisco, Palo Alto, and San Jose.

Entire Guesthouse with Private Entrance
Experience calm in this bright, private entire guesthouse perched in Redwood City with awe-inspiring trees. Take a stroll for fruit shopping, indulge in a lazy brunch, neighborhood dining, weekly events. This Spanish-styled suit offers a full kitchen and private patio for meals and is perfect for the single traveler or cozy couple.

Beautiful private guest studio
Clean, new construction guest studio with private entrance centrally located in a residential neighborhood near downtown Redwood City. Queen bed with full bathroom, A/C, and fridge/coffee/microwave. Small desk next to bed great for remote work or studies. Easy self check-in with smart lock and easy parking.
Popular amenities for San Carlos guesthouses
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Cozy bedroom in the heart of Silicon Valley

Charming Cozy Cottage in Eco-Garden Oasis

Guesthouse in Serene Neighborhood

Little Cottage on the Hill

Classic cottage

Fabulous Guesthouse next to Stanford w/ Kitchen

Charming, modern, restorative, private studio

Blue Cottage
Guesthouses with a patio

Charming Victorian Retreat | Minutes to SF

Oak&Bloom cottage - Los Gatos, 2 bedrooms, private

Guesthouse Garden Retreat

Sunny Cottage in Redwood City

Detached Cozy Studio w/ private patio garden & BBQ

Villeta Pastena - Rockridge guest house w/patio

Near Japantown & SJC ARPT, King Bed, Fast Internet

Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience
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Private&Comfy! Everything you need! No shared Area

Bicycle Shack @ La Honda Pottery

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Woodsy Silicon Valley Cottage

Stylish Spacious Seaside Retreat, Walking to Beach

Elegant & Convenient RWC Studio

Menlo Park 2 Bedr Cottage
When is the best time to visit San Carlos?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $293 NZD | $261 NZD | $257 NZD | $274 NZD | $264 NZD | $280 NZD | $281 NZD | $274 NZD | $264 NZD | $264 NZD | $262 NZD | $271 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 18°C | 19°C | 17°C | 14°C | 11°C |
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San Carlos holiday rentals start at $104 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

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30 of San Carlos holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across San Carlos rentals

4.9 Average rating
San Carlos stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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